Core Refusal Reason
While the Planning Authority initially refused permission, the Inspector recommended granting permission on the basis that the proposed dormer is appropriately scaled to the dwelling, complies with Section 8.2.3.4 of the Development Plan, and would not negatively impact visual or residential amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dormer enlargement is compatible with the scale of the existing dwelling and is considered to be in keeping with the character of the property.
- No significant negative impacts on residential amenity will occur, as the oblique positioning of the houses and long rear gardens prevent overlooking or overshadowing of neighboring properties.
- The development is consistent with the zoning objective for the area and complies with the design standards for dormer extensions set out in the County Development Plan 2016-2022.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective ASection 8.2.3.4Section 8.2.3.4 (i)Section 8.2.3.4 Additional Accommodation in Existing Built-up Areas
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a first-party appeal against Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council's decision to refuse permission for the enlargement of an existing attic dormer at 14 Kill Avenue. The Planning Authority argued the proposal was overly dominant and contrary to Section 8.2.3.4 (i) of the Development Plan. However, the Inspector found that the 4.2m wide dormer could be readily absorbed by the roof plane and that the existing site context—characterized by mature, long gardens and a specific dw...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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